Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Roasted Asparagus Recipe

There are many ways to cook asparagus, for example: sauteed asparagus, but I also love this quick, delicious and easy garlic oven roasted asparagus.

Asparagus is one of my favorite greens, it’s always fun to eat, as I nibble down the top of the asparagus all the way to the stem, just like eating a tree!

Ingredients for Garlic Roasted Asparagus

My easy recipe calls for only 4 ingredients:

• Asparagus.
• Garlic.
• Unsalted butter.
• Salt.

The active prep time is 5 minutes and 12 minutes roasting in the oven. In less than 20 minutes, a wonderful, healthy and homemade side dish of roasted asparagus is ready for the family.

Cook’s Tips

• Buy fresh, young and tender asparagus. Young asparagus are skinny with soft stems.
• I love my garlic sliced into thin pieces. Arrange them nicely on top of the asparagus and they will come out golden brown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Temperature to Roast Asparagus in the Oven?

400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes for the best results.

How to Bake Asparagus Vegan?

To make this recipe vegan and vegetarian friendly, use olive oil instead of butter to bake asparagus.

How Many Calories Per Serving?

This recipe is only 98 calories per serving.

What Dishes to Serve with this Recipe?

This meal is best served with a main dish. For a healthy meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.

This Recipe Goes Well with:

Dry Rub Baked Chicken

Parmesan Garlic Bread

Baked Chicken and Potato Casserole

Italian Shrimp Pasta

Other Recipes You Might Like

• Parmesan Asparagus
• Asparagus with Lemon Parmesan Breadcrumbs
• Sambal Asparagus

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Roasted Asparagus with Garlic Recipe

Garlic Roasted Asparagus - healthy oven baked asparagus with garlic. This recipe takes 4 ingredients and only 12 mins to make this quick and easy side dish.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 17 minutes

Servings 3 people

Calories 98 kcal

Author Bee | Rasa Malaysia

Ingredients

• 1 lb asparagus, bottom stems trimmed
• 2 tablespoons melted salted butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. In a sheet pan, toss the asparagus with the melted butter. Season the asparagus with a good pinch of salt. Arrange the garlic slices on top of the asparagus.
3. Roast the asparagus for 12 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic Recipe

Amount Per Serving (3 people)

Calories 98 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Cholesterol 20mg7%

Sodium 70mg3%

Potassium 317mg9%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 1375IU28%

Vitamin C 9.4mg11%

Calcium 42mg4%

Iron 3.2mg18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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